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May 16
Water: Not just for fighting
Water is our most precious natural resource in the West. It is also in limited supply. Therefore, it is often subject to conflict. (Whiskey is for drinking, water is for fighting, or so goes the old saying.) But thanks to the hard work of generations of Coloradans, we have been able to reap the benefits of our streams and rivers. That is something worth celebrating.
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May 14
Another Step Closer
Thanks to support from Coloradans we continue to make progress toward passing my bill to help create or improve public shooting ranges in Colorado and across the country, without costing taxpayers another cent. This Thursday, the House Natural Resources Committee's Subcommittee on Fisheries, Wildlife, Oceans and Insular Affairs will hold a hearing to consider the House version of my bipartisan bill.
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May 2
Standing Up for Women
I am proud to announce that last week the Senate passed the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA). The bill now moves to the U.S. House of Representatives, where – despite receiving broad bipartisan support in the Senate – it faces an uphill battle.
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Apr 25
One Step Closer
Yesterday, the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee (EPW) held a hearing on my bill to expand access to quality public shooting ranges. This is a crucial step for the legislation and one that would not have happened without your support and the support of more than 5,300 Coloradans who signed my petition asking for a hearing.
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Apr 22
Celebrating Earth Day
Wallace Stegner, a great writer of the American West, called our magnificent Western landscapes the ‘geography of hope.' These precious lands, he noted, gave Americans our opportunity and our prosperity. Today, we celebrate Earth Day by taking action and recognizing the important role our land, air and water have in sustaining our way of life. My life as an avid outdoorsman has taken me from the rivers and streams in the valleys to the highest peaks in the Rocky Mountains. Preserving and experiencing these unique treasures is what Earth Day is all about.
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May 16
Udall, Bennet Introduce Resolution Honoring the Year of Water in Colorado
U.S. Senators Mark Udall and Michael Bennet introduced today a resolution recognizing 2012 as the "Year of Water" in Colorado. The resolution also honors the importance of water to Colorado and a series of water organizations that have helped educate the public about water and developed, managed and conserved Colorado's rivers and waterways. The senators introduced the resolution in conjunction with Colorado Water 2012, a statewide celebration of water in Colorado.
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May 16
Udall Encourages Senate Committee to Support National Clean Energy Standard
Mark Udall encouraged his colleagues on the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources to support the Clean Energy Standard Act of 2012, which will come up for a hearing before the committee Thursday, May 17.
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May 15
Udall Heralds the Colorado River Cooperative Agreement as a ‘High Water Mark’ for Collaboration on Water
Mark Udall released the following statement today following the signing of the Colorado River Cooperative Agreement by Denver Water, Grand and Summit Counties and the Clinton Ditch and Reservoir Company.
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May 15
Senators Call for Process to Implement DOD Force Reductions and Restructuring
Washington, D.C. – In an effort to bring transparency and objectivity to the process of implementing force structure reductions and restructuring by the Department of Defense (DOD), a bi-partisan group of senators is asking that a legislative provision outlining such steps be added to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013.
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May 15
Udall Asks Navy to Weigh in on Anti-Renewable Fuels Effort in U.S. House
As the Senate Armed Services Committee gears up for a committee markup of the defense authorization bill, Mark Udall joined with colleagues in asking the Chief of Naval Operations for the U.S. Navy to respond to House Republicans' move to limit the funds available for the military to procure alternative fuels.
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May 15
Udall Goes to Bat for U.S. Manufacturing and Renewable Energy Exports
Video requires Flash PlayerMark Udall went to Senate floor to speak out against the Vitter amendment that threatens American businesses' ability to export renewable energy products abroad.
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May 14
Be Prepared for Wildfire
Video requires Flash PlayerWith more than 98 percent of Colorado experiencing drought conditions and elevated threat of wildfire, Mark Udall attended the Crystal Fire: Let's Get Growing event to promote wildfire safety and support the efforts in rebuilding our forests from the devastation caused by wildfire and insect infestation. The Crystal Fire, which destroyed 13 homes and burned 3,000 acres west of Fort Collins, was one of the more destructive fires Colorado experienced last year.
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May 10
Udall Spoke on the Senate Floor to Help Prevent Student Loan Interest Rates from Doubling
Mark Udall spoke out against the filibuster that is preventing the Senate from considering a proposal to prevent student loan interest rates from doubling this summer. If Congress does not act before July 1, the current rate of 3.4 percent on Stafford loans will increase to 6.8 percent, adding as much as $2,800 to the total cost of college.
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Apr 28
Helping Good Samaritans Clean Up Abandoned Hardrock Mines
Udall toured mining sites to discuss how he can help support Good Samaritan cleanup efforts.
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Apr 28
Mark Udall Gives Commencement Address at Fort Lewis College
U.S. Senator Mark Udall speaks to the graduates at Fort Lewis College's Spring Commencement on April 28, 2012.
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